Transaxle Assembly

TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY


Removal and Installation


CAUTION:
If transaxle assembly is removed from the vehicle, always replace CSC (Concentric Slave Cylinder).
Inserted CSC returns to the original position when removing transaxle assembly. Dust on clutch disc sliding parts may damage CSC seal, and may cause clutch fluid leakage.

REMOVAL
1. Drain gear oil. Refer to Changing M/T Oil.
2. Drain clutch fluid and remove clutch tube from CSC. Refer to Service and Repair.

CAUTION:
Do not depress clutch pedal during removal procedure.
3. Remove engine and transaxle assembly. Refer to Removal and Installation.
4. Remove starter motor. Refer to Service and Repair.
5. Remove transaxle assembly to engine bolts.
6. Separate transaxle assembly from engine.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
- If transaxle assembly is removed from the vehicle, always replace CSC. Refer to Service and Repair.





- When installing the transaxle assembly to the engine, use the specified tightening torque in the numerical sequence shown:

CAUTION:
When installing transaxle assembly, do not allow the transaxle input shaft to make contact with the clutch cover.






- Bleed the air from the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to Service and Repair.
- After installation, check oil level and check for leaks and loose mechanisms. Refer to Changing M/T Oil RS6F52H.